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Deer Hunting in Calhoun County, Iowa
Calhoun County, Iowa hunters harvested 65 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 0.1 per square mile, 99th in the state. The county is roughly 1% public land.
Updated August 2026
▲ Only 65 tagged deer — interpret rank with caution.
buck-heavy harvest
Harvest Split
65 total deer
Antlered47
Antlerless18
County Rank
#99 of 99
Most harvestLeast harvest
#98 Ida County
See the full state ranking →#99 Calhoun County
Public Land
1% public — 1,920 acres
Other state
1,019 ac
53%
Local/Metropark
502 ac
26%
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
380 ac
20%
State Park/Recreation
19 ac
1%
Full History
Every reported season
| Season | Antlered | Antlerless | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 47 | 18 | 65 |
Harvest source: iowadnr.gov
Harvest figures for Calhoun County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.
Season Dates
Iowa deer season, 2025-2026
Iowa deer and turkey season dates are listed on the Iowa season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the Iowa wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.
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